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“She doesn’t know yet. I wanted it to be a surprise.”

“I’m coming, darling,” she shouted. “I have to go, sweetheart. We’re leaving for dinner. Have fun in Harbor Falls, and give Adalyn and Colin a big hug from me.”

“I will, Mom. Enjoy your dinner.”

I wiped the tears that fell down my face. My heart ached fiercely, but it lessened as soon as I passed the Welcome To Harbor Falls sign.

Pulling into the small parking lot behind the art gallery, I checked my face in the rear-view mirror before taking a deep breath and climbing out of the car. When the bell above the door chimed, Olivia turned and looked at me.

“Hannah!” She smiled.

“Hi, Olivia. Wow. You look like you’re ready to pop.”

“I’m due next week. Adalyn didn’t mention that you were in town.” She placed her hand on her belly.

“It’s a surprise.” I tried to put on a bright smile. “Where is she?”

“She and Luis are upstairs in the office reviewing some orders.”

“Thanks, Olivia.” I headed up the stairs and stood in the doorway of Adalyn’s office.

When she looked up at me in shock, the tears I fought to hold back came flowing down my face.

“Hannah? Oh my God. What are you doing here? What happened?” She ran over and hugged me tight.

“He’s married, sis.” I sobbed.

“What?” She broke our embrace and looked at me.

“Oh, dear,” Luis said, walking over and placing his hand on my back.

“Come and sit down.” Adalyn led me to the light grey couch. “What do you mean he’s married?”

“I was at his penthouse last night waiting for him to get home from work, and his wife showed up. It was their ten-year anniversary.” I sobbed.

Adalyn pulled me into her. “That asshole. I’m so sorry, sis.”

“Um, what did the wife say when she saw you there?” Luis asked.

“She told Matthew that she was filing for divorce and she’d ruin him.”

“Ah, there’s nothing like a woman scorned,” he said.

“Why didn’t you call me last night?” Adalyn asked.

“I didn’t want to worry you. Besides, I didn’t want to talk to anyone. Adalyn, it hurts so bad.”

“I know it does. Come on. I’m taking you to the house. Did you drive here?”

“I flew in, but I have a rental car.”

Luis handed me a tissue. “Addy, you take her rental car to the house, and I’ll drive your car back later.”

“Thanks, Luis. Come on, sis.” She helped me from the couch.

Luis wrapped his arms around me. “You don’t give that cheater slimeball another thought. He did you a favor. I know you don’t see it now, but in time you will. I promise.” He kissed the side of my head.

“Thanks, Luis.”

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